🌱 Patch AM: 67-Year-Old Man Missing In Arlington Heights, Police Ask Public's Help

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In today's newsletter:

• Police seek help finding missing 67-year-old near Volz Park
• What the latest Bears–Pritzker–Johnson feud means for Arlington Heights’ stadium hopes
• Will residents get a real say on the Bears’ Arlington Heights plan?

Also on today's calendar: Election Protection: How To Protect Our Voting Rights and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Whatz the difference between Dubai...and Abu Dhabi? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Clouds breaking for some sun, with a high of 56 and low of 45 degrees.
• Thursday: Cool with some sun, temps: high: 60, low: 50.
• Friday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 62 and low of 53 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

1. 67-Year-Old Man Missing In Arlington Heights, Police Ask Public's Help (patch.com) — Arlington Heights police are asking residents to help locate 67-year-old Mahoud Izraren, who disappeared late Tuesday morning near Volz Park by Euclid Avenue and Northwest Highway. He may be without needed medication, is believed to be on foot without a phone or vehicle, and speaks only Kabyle. Anyone who sees him is urged to call 911 or the Arlington Heights Police Department as a Silver Search has been activated.    

2. Chicago Bears: Mayor blasts Gov. JB Pritzker after stadium comments: Report (chicitysports.com) — Arlington Heights remains one of only two stadium sites the NFL considers viable for the Chicago Bears, keeping the village at the center of high-stakes talks between state and city leaders. A public feud between Mayor Brandon Johnson and Gov. JB Pritzker highlights deep disagreement over subsidies and whether the team should build in Arlington Heights or stay downtown.    

3. Arlington Heights mayor promises public input on Bears project — after vote in Springfield (dailyherald.com) — Arlington Heights residents are pressing village leaders for more transparency and public input on the proposed Chicago Bears stadium at the former Arlington Park site, while Mayor Jim Tinaglia says detailed community review will follow state action in Springfield. The story outlines calls for forums and a referendum, potential infrastructure funding, and how nearby suburbs want a voice in regional planning.    

4. College Credits: Arlington Heights Resident Graduates From Auburn University (patch.com) — Arlington Heights students are being recognized for standout academic achievements at several universities, including Dean’s List honors and a local resident earning a Master of Social Work from Auburn University. The piece highlights multiple residents’ GPAs, honors society induction, and local school ties, and invites families to share more higher-education milestones.    

5. Arlington Heights, Illinois (nextdoor.com) — A homeowner in Arlington Heights is seeking local recommendations for a company to remove and haul away about 210 feet of old chain-link fencing, including posts set in shallow concrete. They’re not replacing the fence, just opening the yard before a patio and landscaping project, and want realistic cost expectations rather than heavy demolition contractors.    

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Arlington Heights

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday May 21

• Election Protection: How To Protect Our Voting Rights →
  Virtual Event,
  7:00 pm

Saturday May 23

• IKEA Family Kite Festival..Celebrating America May 23 and May 24 →
  Milwaukee
  9:00 am
• Schaumburg Prairie Arts Festival Featuring Live Cello by Drew Wiegman →
  Al Larson Prairie Center For the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Ct, Schaumburg
  11:00 am

Saturday June 6

• Rosemont Uncorked →
  5501 Park Pl, Rosemont
  12:00 pm

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Other local events

Wednesday May 20

• Specialized Schools Commencement Ceremony
  TOWNSHIP HSD 214, 2121 S Goebbert Rd, Arlington Heights
  7:00 pm

Thursday May 21

• RAMP UP - Multi Chamber After Hours Networking
  Quentin Tap Pizza & Sports Bar, 783 N Quentin Rd, Palatine
  4:30 pm

Friday May 22

• Track and Field: Boys Varsity IHSA Sectional Meet
  Grayslake Central High School
  4:00 pm
• Baseball: Varsity Game
  Hersey High School
  4:45 pm
• Softball: Varsity IHSA Regional Finals
  Libertyville High School
  4:45 pm

Sunday May 24

• Rolling Meadows Commencement Ceremony
  NOW Arena, 5333 Prairie Stone Pkwy, Hoffman Estates
  6:00 pm

Friday May 29

• Learning Loft Enrollment →
  Learning Loft, 655 N 1st Bank Dr, Palatine
  6:00 am
• Spring Classic Auction Part 2 - The Best Of The Best →
  Donley Auctions, 8512 S Union Rd, Union
  6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Wheeling Township Recognizes Older Americans Month —St. Steven PR Read on Patch
• Village Treasure House honored by Hunger Resource Network as 2026 Corporate Hunger Hero of the Year —Alan Blitz, Volunteer Media Writer Read on Patch

• Kind soul, a Chipotle customer in Arlington Heights
  Today when I tried to pay for my son’s dinner at Chipotle in Arlington Heights, my card did not work. I left my son at the register and ran to my car… (Nextdoor Berkley Square)
• Hello!
  We recently bought a home in Arlington Heights and the front and back yard could use a Spring Cleanup. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance! (Nextdoor Arlington Hts Pioneer Pk)

• Township High School District 214 posted a job opening for Science Teacher Biology/Chemistry - 0.5 FTE in Arlington Heights. Apply here.
• Endeavor Health - Edward-Elmhurst Healthcare posted a job opening for Sanitation Assistant - Oasis Cafe - Rotating in Arlington Heights. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Arlington Heights here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: In Dubai, the people don't watch the 'Flintstone's'. But people in Abu Dhabi Do! (Thank you Jerri E. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!

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